Joe Girard
Sr. Business Developer
With over 25 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, Joe Girard leverages his skills and experience to lead, advise, and consult with his clients. Today, he fosters the growth of the firm’s tax and audit clients by offering additional services geared toward their operational success. Joe has guided manufacturing companies of all sizes and types through all facets of operational excellence and sales growth. He has a passion for and is fiercely focused on helping manufacturers become more strategic and operationally efficient to support their growth initiatives.
Professional Memberships and Activities
- Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) - Past member
- Junior Achievement of Wisconsin - Past consultant
- Fox Valley Manufacturing Association - Past president and vice president
- Moraine Park Technical College fabrication and welding programs - Past advisory board member
Services
Business consulting servicesAreas of Focus
- Business strategic planning
- Manufacturing operational and business dashboards
- Digital Manufacturing/Industry 4.0
- Lean/Sigma improvement events
- Plant layout and optimization
Industries
Manufacturing and DistributionEducation
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh- Master of business administration degree
- Bachelor of business administration degree in operations management
- Lean University program certificate
Recent Insights
Articles
Building resilience in manufacturing supply chains: A panel discussion
Nov 12, 2021
Manufacturers can find recruitment opportunities through and beyond the COVID-19 crisis, and here’s how
Aug 16, 2021
How manufacturers can protect their supply chain in times of crisis
Aug 11, 2021
The Gemba Walk: a tried and true strategy for improving employee retention
Aug 01, 2021
These 3 shifts in manufacturing are driving Industry 4.0
Jul 27, 2021
What is Industry 4.0, and why does it matter?
Jul 26, 2021
Manufacturers, make your move!
Sep 21, 2020
Keeping the shop floor lights on: Effective and safe options during COVID-19
Mar 23, 2020
5 policies that can keep your employees safe and your shop floor running
Mar 20, 2020
Webinars
Q&A panel: Leading change to find a new way forward
Aug 26, 2020
Supply chain strategy: Responding to COVID-19 and preparing for the future
Apr 29, 2020
